Hubert’s Halloween Trick
A playful Halloween read-aloud about mischief, kindness, friendship, and one very clever white dog.
A brighter corner of Nightforge
On the
Lighter Side
Not every story forged here comes from shadow. This is the softer, stranger, more magical side of Nightforge Press — a place for children’s books, playful troublemakers, warm hearts, autumn leaves, curious creatures, and adventures meant to feel like opening a storybook door.
A little more wonder.
Same forge. Different fire.
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For younger readers
Children’s Books
Gentler stories, playful mischief, bright worlds, and the kind of magic that belongs under a blanket with a book open.
Alaskan Angels
After seeing Gerald make a snow angel, one curious dog decides he wants to make one too.
The first spark
Meet Hubert.
One grumpy neighbor. Three determined trick-or-treaters. One very clever dog. Hubert’s Halloween Trick opens this brighter side of the press with a warm, funny story built for younger readers and family read-alouds.
Among the Stars · Coming Soon
Alaskan Angels
Gerald knows exactly what to do with a fresh blanket of snow. Kevin isn’t so sure.
After watching his boy make a snow angel, one curious dog decides there’s only one thing left to do: make an angel of his own.
A playful winter picture book about curiosity, friendship, and discovering that some things are worth trying yourself.